Kinmen Island Introduction
Local residents became wealthy in the past by harvesting coral, resulting in a prosperous community. The small buildings lining the streets of the fishing port exhibit a charming harbor city vibe, earning it the nickname "Little Hong Kong." Just a nautical mile away from Wang-an Island is Kueishan Islet, which, despite being only one-fifth the size of Wang-an Island, has a population close to that of Wang-an itself. In the past, the residents of Kueishan Islet became affluent from harvesting coral and limestone, leading to a thriving town filled with high-rise buildings that have a unique harbor city atmosphere, thus acquiring the names "Little Hong Kong" and "Little Kaohsiung." Nowadays, the residents mainly rely on fishing for their livelihood. On the western side of the island, there is a General Temple and Yong'an Temple, along with Tianhou Temple, which serve as centers of faith for the villagers. The decorations and inscriptions in these temples give insight into the history closely tied to the rise and fall of the fishing industry. Surrounding Kueishan Islet are several other islands; on the eastern coast lies "Sail Rock," named for its sail-like shape, which connects to Kueishan Islet during low tide, making it a typical tidal island, hence also known as "General Gate Islet." There is also the uninhabited "Forget Worry Island," known for its beautiful coral reef ecosystem, where visitors can explore the underwater world at the famous snorkeling spot, Jinguazai Reef, and experience camping on a deserted island away from the hustle and bustle! If one takes a boat south from Kueishan Islet, they can reach the ecological reserve of Headscarf Islet, which boasts a unique landscape consisting of half yellow volcanic gravel and half black basalt. On the marine erosion platform, there are many tidal pools resembling small ponds, teeming with intertidal life, and the ecology of these tidal pools changes as they are submerged during high tide. Additionally, many different species of terns inhabit the island, including the crested tern and the white-browed tern, which are migratory birds that stop here. Visitors can observe these terns from afar on a cruise!
Kang Hsu Islet
Jingmei Island
